Product/toy Designer

Fueling Brains is a growing, vibrant organization poised to change the narrative of Early Childhood Education.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about transforming the world of early childhood education through a holistic, whole-brain approach to the development of young children. Children impacted by our program will grow into well-rounded, well-regulated, and joyful adults who serve their community and shape the future. We bring together the best educational science, technology, and childcare expertise to unveil the child's infinite potential.

We are looking for a Toy/Product Designer who is willing to partner with us in this adventure and is thrilled to be a part of this revolution in Early Childhood Education.

The Product Designer will work closely with the Subject Matter Experts and design Educational Toys that will stimulate the brain development of our students.

Role and Responsibilities:

- Create/build research-based independent working materials/products for students within the classroom, and eventually for home use following all safety and quality guidelines.
- Design and provide activity kits that build foundational skills and deliver the development of executive functions in children.
- Give teachers and school districts a single solution for educational materials/objects/toys that supplement the Fueling Brains methodology.
- Prepare sketches / 3D models / 3D renditions of detailed drawings, ideas, artwork, illustrations, blueprints, etc. using drafting instruments and computer designing software.
- Supervise production helpers to ensure the final product meets expectations.
- Evaluate the feasibility of design ideas, based on factors like safety, appearance, intended learning outcome, budget, function, costs, market characteristics, etc.
- Coordinate and direct fabrication of samples or models as required; identify viable sources for materials based on specifications and dimensions.
- Maintain positive, effective communication; professionally manage internal and external relationships with communication, training support, tools, and resources.
- Manage Fueling Brains products inventory in OpenBom and Monday Board.
- Represent Fueling Brains with internal and external stakeholders to nurture, support and scale the portfolio within defined budgets, and timelines and as per Brand guidelines.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications:

- At least 3 years of experience in fast-paced creative environments preferably working in a factory environment.
- Experience with 3D modeling and rendering software - working proficiency in Solidworks/rhino, keyshot
- Adobe creative suite - Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign among others.
- Working knowledge of production and manufacturing processes
- Prototyping and testing products to inspect features like safety, and feasibility for children.
- Should be able to convey design ideas via sketches, storyboards, high-fidelity mockups, prototypes, or animations.
- Possess not just exceptional product design skills (Ideally educational toy designing skills), but also the ability to implement strategic and conceptual thinking as well.
- Strong information presentation (visual and written) skills.
- Usability testing experience.
- Motion/animation skill is a plus.
- An individual that is organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven.

We offer a competitive salary, an entrepreneurial culture, and a chance to excel for those who like to take on challenges.

We thank all those applicants who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.